Multifunctional Manufacturing Planner Supv L3 - Palmdale CA

VetJobs; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Palmdale, CA, is seeking a Transportation and Chemical Management Supervisor to oversee crane and forklift operators, chemical attendants, and truck drivers on-site. This role plans daily logistics, enforces safety standards, and collaborates across engineering, production, and HR to maintain mission readiness.

Required is a Secret clearance with 2+ years of leadership in logistics, strong DOT/FMCSA knowledge, and proficient computer skills.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining compliance documentation and regulatory audits.
• Secret clearance or eligibility for one.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in logistics or transportation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic data entry/reporting tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee crane operators, forklift operators, chemical attendants, and truck drivers.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily logistics to support production flow.
• Enforce safety and environmental regulations across operations.
• Manage resource allocation and resolve operational issues impacting production.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide training on equipment and safety.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply-chain teams; attend status meetings.
• Interface with Labor Relations and HR to enhance employee engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics

Safety compliance

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Final Clearance for the Role: Secret

Shift: 1

Relocation: Possible

Level Of Experience: Experienced Professional

Clearance Required to Start: Interim Secret

Telework: Employee will work Onsite Full Time

Functional Area: Operations

FT/PT/Casual: FullTime

Business Area: Aeronautics Company

Salary Range: $81,500.00 - $151,300.00

Standard Job Description

The Palmdale Transportation and Chemical Management Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all crane operators, forklift operators, chemical‑replenishment attendants, and commercial highway truck drivers to ensure safe, efficient, and timely movement of aircraft parts, tooling, and materials throughout the manufacturing support chain. This role plans, coordinates, and monitors daily logistics operations, enforces compliance with safety and environmental regulations, manages resource allocation, and resolves operational issues that could impact production flow. The supervisor also conducts performance evaluations, provides training on equipment and chemical handling procedures, and collaborates with engineering, production, and supply‑chain teams to continuously improve transportation processes and support overall mission readiness. Addionally, you may attend status meetings advising management of the status of work in progress, and material availability. You must have the ability to resolve issues that may arise in the manufacturing process by interfacing with all supporting organization and be flexible, open minded and capable of managing multiple tasks. This role also provides you with the ability to collaborate with Labor Relations and Human Resources to enhance employee engagement.

What’s In It For You

• We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
• Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Auto req ID

483687BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with maintaining compliance documentation, incident reporting, and regulatory audit preparation.
• Secret clearance.
• Minimum2years of proven leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a logistics, material handling, or transportation setting.
• Proficient computer skills: comfortable using email, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic data‑entry or reporting tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to interact effectively with operators, drivers, cross‑functional teams, and senior management.

Desired Skills

• In‑depth knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, especially Hours‑of‑Service (HoS) rules and driver‑qualification requirements.
• Familiarity with California‑specific chemical storage regulations, Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) standards, and state air‑quality reporting obligations.
• Proficiency in proper material‑handling techniques for forklifts, including load‑capacity calculations, stability controls, and routine safety inspections.
• Understanding of NCCCO (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) principles, certification standards, and applicable crane‑operation regulations.
• Ability to develop, implement, and audit safety programs for hazardous‑material handling, spill response, and emergency‑evacuation procedures.
• Knowledge of ISO14001 environmental management system requirements and experience conducting or supporting internal/external ISO14001 audits.
• Experience with maintaining compliance documentation, incident reporting, and regulatory audit preparation.

Pay Information

Full‑Time Salary Range: $81500.00 - $151300.00

City*

Palmdale

State*

California

Job_Category

Engineering

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Lockheed Martin